Boxing Links (10-13-11)
David Haye retires from boxing on 31st birthday The Associated Press “As the clock struck 12 last night, my professional boxing career came to an end,” said the British fighter. “It has been my intention to retire from the sport of boxing on this particular day ever since I first laced up a pair of gloves as a skinny … See all […]
Boxing Links (8-31-11)
Oscar De La Hoya tells of drug use, cheating, thinking of suicide Los Angeles Times “Rock bottom was recently,” the boxing great said in an interview with Spanish-language broadcaster Univision, according to an English-language transcript it provided. “Within a couple of years, just thinking if my life was even worth it. … See all stories on this topic […]
Boxing Links (5-23-11)
Bernard Hopkins masters his craft ESPN By Dan Rafael Rafael’s remark: As Hopkins said during his post-fight press conference, he believes he would have been a top fighter in any era of boxing. He is 100 percent correct. “The Executioner” is that kind of throwback to the greats of yesteryear … See all stories on this topic […]
Boxing Links (5-19-11)
George Foreman predicts Bernard Hopkins will take over his record Boston Herald By Bernard Fernandez / Philadelphia Daily News It appears that George Foreman’s opinion of Bernard “The Executioner” Hopkins’ boxing ability has significantly risen the past 10 or 11 years. But, hey, old guys have to stick together, right? … See all stories on this topic […]